Lottie Osman                                                      Conductor,                                                          Composer,

                        &Music Educator

Lottie has been passionate about music from an early age, making her conducting debut at just 16 as Musical Director for Northavon Youth Theatre’s production of Half a Sixpence. Since then, she has worked with a wide variety of ensembles, bringing her expertise and dedication to every performance.

Her love of choral music was shaped early on through the rich traditions of the eisteddfods, where she developed a deep appreciation for vocal harmony and ensemble singing. This foundation, combined with an eclectic musical taste, informs her approach as a conductor and educator. She is committed to blending traditional repertoire with the wealth of exciting new music and genres available, ensuring that every group she works with experiences both the classics and contemporary innovations.

In her twenties, she had the privilege of collaborating with the late Leanne Kane, an American opera singer who had moved to the UK. Their partnership flourished both in recital performances, where Lottie served as an accompanist, and in larger productions, including Bernstein’s Mass, for which she was Musical Director.

As a composer, she has written several choral works, including a Christmas Mass for divisi choir, showcasing her ability to craft intricate and expressive vocal music. While circumstances did not allow her to pursue music as a full-time career, her lifelong dedication to teaching and community engagement has left a lasting impact. She has taught music privately, supported educational initiatives in schools, and in 2013, founded Stroud’s first community choir for women, followed by a male voice choir the following year.

A skilled multi-instrumentalist, she studied oboe and piano and spent a decade touring with youth orchestras and various ensembles, primarily as an oboist but also occasionally performing on saxophone. Her diverse musical experiences continue to inform her work as a conductor, composer, and educator, inspiring those she works with to explore a wide and vibrant musical landscape.